Baba
Ganoush is a dish made out of Eggplant/Aubergine/Kathrikkai, along with tahini paste, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil. The Eggplant/Aubergine is baked or
broiled over an open flame and the skin is peeled out. This is done to make the
Eggplant pulp soft and to get a smoky taste. It is a very common and popular
dip eaten along with kuboos/pita bread in the Middle East. I have had this Baba
Ganoush several times in Lebanese restaurants when I used to live in USA. Another
very similar and authentic dip/chutney made in Tamil Nadu [South India] is the
Sutta Kathrikkai Chutney which also has the smoky taste along with Indian
spices and seasoning. Do check out the Tahini Paste which is the base for the
Baba Ganoush and also try out the Sutta Kathrikkai Chutney – South Indian
version of Baba Ganoush.
Here’s
how to make Baba Ganoush with step by step photos…
Ingredients
Egg Plants/Aubergine/Kathrikkai
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2
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¼ cup
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Lemon juice
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3 tbsp
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Garlic cloves
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4
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Cumin powder
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¼ tsp
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Salt
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As needed
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Olive oil
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1 tbsp
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Cilantro leaves
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For garnishing
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Red chilli powder[optional]
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One big pinch for garnishing
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Preparation
time: 5 minutes
Total
time: 20 minutes
Serves:
4-6
Author: Priya Anandakumar
Method
Wash
and pat dry the egg plants/aubergine. Apply oil all over the egg
plants/aubergine, prick with fork in several places. Now keep it on the stove
as shown in the photo.
Cook
the egg plant in flame, turning it now and then to cook on all the sides well until
the skin gets charred. Switch off the stove.
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After the eggplant/aubergine cools
down, peel off the skin and keep the eggplant pulp aside.
Add the
eggplant pulp, tahini paste, lemon juice, garlic cloves, cumin powder, salt to
the mixer and grind it to fine paste.
Adjust
the amount of salt and lemon juice as needed.
Transfer
it to a serving bowl, drizzle olive oil all over the ground paste. Garnish it
with cilantro and a pinch of red chilli powder.
Delicious
Baba Ganoush is ready to enjoyed, serve it with pita bread/Kuboos/Rotis/Naans
etc.
Other Middle Eastern Delights that might be of your interest...
Suggestions:
- I have cooked the eggplant directly on the stove for the smoky taste and soft texture. Alternatively you can bake it in the oven.
- Preheat the oven to 190 C/375 F
- Apply oil to the eggplant, prick it fork in several places. Place the eggplants on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until it is completely soft.
- Follow the same procedure mentioned above.
- You can add mixed herbs or parsley for garnishing according to the availability and taste.
- Baba Ganoush can be refrigerated for up to five days and will still taste great.
Other Chutney & Thogaiyal varieties that
might be of your interest...
Ellu Thogaiyal/Sesame Seeds Thogaiyal
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Nvr tried it... Looks awesome
ReplyDeleteDifferent one.. love the creamy texture. super sis :)
ReplyDeleteit looks so nice...have never tried it at home myself...never knew of indian chutneys similar to it..
ReplyDeleteYummy... It's a new one !
ReplyDeleteA different recipe. Love the way you have presented it
ReplyDeletethat's one yumm and delicious dip...very well done Priya!
ReplyDeleteLooks very healthy and delicious!!
ReplyDeleteThis chutney sounds delicious and yummy dear :)
ReplyDeletenvr heard of it.. but its so simple.. will give a try
ReplyDeletei have always loved baba ganoush but never tried it at home... looks super delcious...
ReplyDeletenew to me... looks too yummy akka.. :)
ReplyDeleteheard and saw it on tv many times... never tried... looks good Priya...
ReplyDeletenever tried this till date but seems quite yumm! :)
ReplyDeletedelicious dear
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing new recipes with us.looks so soft and delicious
ReplyDeleteNever come across this, looks interesting :)
ReplyDeletePopular dish which I've made and also tasted in restaurants. I love the blend of eggplants with the rest of the ingredients for the delicious taste.
ReplyDeleteone of the popular middle eastern dip.. looks too good.. never tried.. :)
ReplyDeletelooks really yumm...I have heard about it but never tried it...this tempts me to try soon dear...
ReplyDeletedelicious dip Priya.....
ReplyDeletehealthy n delicious dip....
ReplyDeleteit's one of my fav arabian recipes :) thanks for sharing priya dear
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